Joel greeted us warmly in the newly renovated breakfast room. He walked us down past rooms under construction to our room. What a nice surprise when we entered our room. Modern and sparkling clean. I wish Joel and his crew the best of luck as they work to improve this dated property. The location is great and the potential for a lovely compound is there.

NonnieUnited States of America

The updating on your place is great! Can't wait to see the outside when it's done.

JeanUnited States of America

Everything was super clean and the staff was so friendly. Great location and very quiet.

SarahUnited States of America

The rooms were very well done and European. Close to the water. Great place...

LawrenceUnited States of America

I loved the location. Walking distance to bars and restaurants. Walking distance to Hunters springs and Kings bay park. The bed was comfy and I loved the decor. The shower is amazing. New owners are doing a fabulous job renovating. I can't wait to go back and see what else is planned.

AngelUnited States of America

Am very neurotic about hotel rooms, was a little anxious when we pulled up. Could not have been more pleased. Staff was friendly, and the rooms were tasteful AND immaculate. Would definitely recommend.

JenniferUnited States of America

Most comfortable bed and sleep of our entire trip compared to two other places.

ClintUnited States of America

Great location to hunter Springs and bike trails . Room was extremely comfy

EricUnited States of America

The room was impeccably clean, wonderful renovations

AmberUnited States of America

Well-designed rooms with a European feel, run by friendly and very hard-working family. Location in quiet area of town is unbeatable.
Love staying at this hotel--and highly recommend it.

“Well-designed rooms with a European feel, run by friendly and very hard-working family. Location in quiet area of town is unbeatable.
Love staying at this hotel--and highly recommend it.”

Rick
United States of America

One of our top picks in Crystal River.Located in Crystal River, within 7 miles of Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park and a 9-minute walk of Bird's Underwater, Retreat at Crystal Manatee has accommodations with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private parking for guests who drive. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a terrace.

A continental breakfast is available every morning at the hotel.

Three Sisters Springs is a 12-minute walk from Retreat at Crystal Manatee, while River Ventures is 0.6 miles from the property.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Retreat at Crystal Manatee has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Aug 24, 2018

House Rules
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Check-in

3:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

Until 11:00 AM

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prepayment

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Children & Beds

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 12 and above are considered adults at this property.

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This property doesn't offer cribs.

This property doesn't offer extra beds.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Cards accepted at this hotel

Retreat at Crystal Manatee accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

Retreat at Crystal Manatee accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The Fine Print

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Please inform Retreat at Crystal Manatee of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

FAQs about Retreat at Crystal Manatee

Check-in at Retreat at Crystal Manatee is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

Guests staying at Retreat at Crystal Manatee can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 6.7).

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What guests loved the most:

“Joel greeted us warmly in the newly renovated breakfast room. He walked us down past rooms under construction to our room. What a nice surprise when we entered our room. Modern and sparkling clean. I wish Joel and his crew the best of luck as they work to improve this dated property. The location is great and the potential for a lovely compound is there.”

NonnieUnited States of America

“The updating on your place is great! Can't wait to see the outside when it's done.”

JeanUnited States of America

“Everything was super clean and the staff was so friendly. Great location and very quiet.”

SarahUnited States of America

“The rooms were very well done and European. Close to the water. Great place...”

LawrenceUnited States of America

“I loved the location. Walking distance to bars and restaurants. Walking distance to Hunters springs and Kings bay park. The bed was comfy and I loved the decor. The shower is amazing. New owners are doing a fabulous job renovating. I can't wait to go back and see what else is planned.”

AngelUnited States of America

“Am very neurotic about hotel rooms, was a little anxious when we pulled up. Could not have been more pleased. Staff was friendly, and the rooms were tasteful AND immaculate. Would definitely recommend. ”

JenniferUnited States of America

“Most comfortable bed and sleep of our entire trip compared to two other places.”

Newest Reviews for Retreat at Crystal Manatee

The “breakfast room” was locked both in the evening when I walked down for a snack and again in the morning for breakfast coffee. There is a combo lock on the door but we were not given the code.

Joel greeted us warmly in the newly renovated breakfast room. He walked us down past rooms under construction to our room. What a nice surprise when we entered our room. Modern and sparkling clean. I wish Joel and his crew the best of luck as they work to improve this dated property. The location is great and the potential for a lovely compound is there.

Stayed in September 2019

Reviewed: September 10, 2019

Michael

United States of America

1 helpful vote

9.6

Exceptional

• Leisure trip

• Couple

• Stayed 1 night

• Submitted from a mobile device

The shower is Beautiful but you need instructions on how to work the shower head. There is no soap bar to put your soap on. It needs one. Not enough draw space to put your clothes. The room has been remodeled and is Beautiful the bathroom is Beautiful just a few little things need to be done and its a 10

Everything

Stayed in September 2019

Reviewed: September 9, 2019

Lisa

Belgium

10

Exceptional

• Leisure trip

• Couple

• Stayed 1 night

• Submitted from a mobile device

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The outside looks not that attractive but it's really fantastic to stay there!
We stayed in room 1. We could park our car in front.
It was a really big room, king bed, the sheats smelled super nice and the bed is heavenly to sleep in!
The shower is big, very clean and really nice.
You have a fridge on the room.
The breakfast was simple but more than enough. Fruit, milk , cereal, coffee, juice.. They even have a breakfast room with airco.
The lady at the reception was super kind.
The hotel is not far from restaurants en stuff.
5min walk from birds underwater (to swim with manatees) of 5min walk from the public beach (hunter spring)
To eat you can go to charlie's fish house or crackers.
I would recommand this hotel to everyone!

Stayed in September 2019

Reviewed: September 8, 2019

Jean

United States of America

7.1

Good

• Leisure trip

• Couple

• Stayed 1 night

• Submitted from a mobile device

You need directions on the shower. I understand it's a European concept, but nothing more crazy than standing in the shower trying to figure out which knob turns what on. Also, maybe some comfy chairs in the room to sit on. We had either hard benches for the small table or the bed.
Maybe let guests know where places to eat, visit are. For the price I was expecting more.

The updating on your place is great! Can't wait to see the outside when it's done.

Stayed in September 2019

Reviewed: September 8, 2019

Sarah

United States of America

10

Exceptional

• Leisure trip

• Solo traveler

• Stayed 2 nights

• Submitted from a mobile device

Everything was super clean and the staff was so friendly. Great location and very quiet.

Stayed in September 2019

Reviewed: September 5, 2019

Guillaume

Netherlands

9.2

Awesome

• Leisure trip

• Couple

• Stayed 2 nights

• Submitted from a mobile device

Not enough space in bathroom to put travelbags etc

Silent airco that can run whole night:)

Stayed in September 2019

Reviewed: September 4, 2019

Anonymous

United Kingdom

9.2

“Very good”

• Leisure trip

• Group

• Stayed 1 night

• Submitted from a mobile device

Room was just renovated nice and clean.

Stayed in August 2019

Reviewed: September 1, 2019

Adeline

United Kingdom

1 helpful vote

9.6

Exceptional

• Leisure trip

• Couple

• Stayed 2 nights

• Submitted from a mobile device

A lovely modern room

Stayed in August 2019

Reviewed: August 30, 2019

Lawrence

United States of America

10

Exceptional

• Leisure trip

• Couple

• Stayed 1 night

• Submitted from a mobile device

Exterior needs some work

The rooms were very well done and European. Close to the water. Great place...

Stayed in August 2019

Reviewed: August 30, 2019

Angel

United States of America

10

Exceptional

• Leisure trip

• Couple

• Stayed 2 nights

• Submitted from a mobile device

I loved the location. Walking distance to bars and restaurants. Walking distance to Hunters springs and Kings bay park. The bed was comfy and I loved the decor. The shower is amazing. New owners are doing a fabulous job renovating. I can't wait to go back and see what else is planned.

Am very neurotic about hotel rooms, was a little anxious when we pulled up. Could not have been more pleased. Staff was friendly, and the rooms were tasteful AND immaculate. Would definitely recommend.

Stayed in August 2019

Reviewed: August 22, 2019

Clint

United States of America

9.5

Exceptional

• Leisure trip

• Family with young children

• Stayed 1 night

• Submitted from a mobile device

Most comfortable bed and sleep of our entire trip compared to two other places.

Stayed in August 2019

Reviewed: August 11, 2019

Anonymous

United Kingdom

9.2

“Good”

• Leisure trip

• Group

• Stayed 1 night

• Submitted from a mobile device

The refurbishment was not finished and breakfast room was not ready.

It was very nice inside the room we stayed.

Stayed in August 2019

Reviewed: August 4, 2019

Eric

United States of America

7.5

Good

• Leisure trip

• Family with young children

• Stayed 1 night

• Submitted from a mobile device

Great location to hunter Springs and bike trails . Room was extremely comfy

Stayed in August 2019

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